• We’ve put together the best braai sides for a day of celebration and indulgence. If you are having friends over for a braai, why not serve one of these braai side dishes as part of the feast?

    Braai mealies with three different toppings

    Braai mealies with three different toppings are a sure way to wow your guests with some interesting and punchy flavours.

    Mealies are fresh and fabulous, adding colour and crunch to any dish. As the days get warmer, let these corn concoctions put a little spring in your step.

    Recipe here: Braai mealies with three different toppings

     

    Quick and easy Mexican salad

    Mexican salads

    Enjoy the last of summer’s bounty with this healthy dish.

    Recipe here: Mexican salad

     

    Cheese and chutney braaibroodjies

    Cheese and chutney braaibroodjies

    You just can’t go wrong with this combination. Add the red onion for a little extra “zip”.

    Recipe here: Cheese and chutney braaibroodjies

     

    Coleslaw with lemon and orange dressing

    Coleslaw with lemon and orange dressing

    You simply cannot go wrong with this coleslaw as a braai side.

    Recipe here: Coleslaw with lemon and orange dressing

     

    Herb-roasted baby potatoes and parsnip basil pesto salad

    Herb-roasted baby potatoes and parsnip basil pesto salad

    These potatoes are perfectly served alongside a mouth-watering chicken or beef main. We love that it is super easy to whip up. Your guests are sure to enjoy this side on their plate.

    Recipe here: Herb-roasted baby potatoes and parsnip basil pesto salad

     

    Spring onion and Cheddar stuffed bread

    Spring onion and Cheddar stuffed bread

    This is perfect for feeding a crowd at your next braai, where you can serve it as a side dish, instead of garlic bread.

    Recipe here: Spring onion and Cheddar stuffed bread

     

    Grilled strawberry and biltong salad

    Grilled strawberry and biltong salad

    This super-easy, mouth-watering grilled strawberry and biltong salad is extracted from Jan’s first cookbook, ‘The French Affair: Tables of Love’.

    Recipe here: Grilled strawberry and biltong salad

     

    Easy roosterkoek recipe

    Easy Roosterbrood recipe

    Serve it with butter and apricot jam for the perfect braai side.

    Recipe here: Easy roosterbrood

     

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    Imka Webb
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